Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Canons and Decrees of the Sacred and Ecumenical Council of Trent"" by J. Waterworth is a comprehensive collection of the official documents and decrees of the Council of Trent. The Council of Trent was a major event in the history of the Catholic Church, held between 1545 and 1563, which aimed to address the challenges posed by the Protestant Reformation and to reform and strengthen the Church. The book includes the council's canons and decrees, which cover a wide range of topics including the sacraments, the priesthood, the Mass, religious orders, and the role of the Church in society. The canons and decrees are presented in their original Latin text, as well as in an English translation, and are accompanied by detailed historical and theological commentary by the author. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church or the development of Christian theology.1848. Celebrated under the Sovereign Pontiffs, Paul III, Julius III and Pius IV. The advantage or necessity of studying the Councils, as one of the chief records of the faith, morals and discipline of the Church, furnished the motivation for the author to translate the Council of Trent records. It is meant to be advantageous to the ecclesiastical student and those persons interested in becoming acquainted with the real doctrines of the Catholic Church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
